WGN-TV Chicago Weather

Name: WGN-TV Chicago Weather
Rating: 2.8318584 (2827 reviews)
Author: Nexstar Inc.

By: Nexstar Inc. App

When in doubt, turn to the WGN-TV Chicago Weather app.

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

333,720 ▲ 267

Data as of 2026-07-27

Rating:

2.83 +1

(2,827)

Version:

6.2.512

Last updated: 2026-05-26

Ranking

#121,349 ▼ 192

Overall

Features & Capabilities

WGN-TV Chicago Weather is a Chrome extension that brings the latest forecasts from Chicago's chief meteorologist Tom Skilling and his team to your browser. Access current conditions, station content, and reliable weather insights wherever you go.

Key features include a 250-meter radar (the highest resolution available), future radar to track where severe weather is headed, high-resolution satellite imagery, frequent updates from computer models, hourly and daily forecasts, the ability to save favorite locations, GPS-based location awareness, National Weather Service severe weather alerts, and opt-in push notifications to keep you safe during severe weather.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Weather News & Magazines

By:

Nexstar Inc.

Downloads:

333,720 267

Rating:

2.83

(2,827) 1 new ratings

Version:

6.2.512 Last updated: 2026-05-26

Version code:

602000512

Creation date:

2011-06-29

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk

Size:

86.24MB

Email:

ar*****@wgntv.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-27

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 121,349 ▼ 192

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Developed by:

Nexstar Inc.

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wgn.android.weather

Email:

ar*****@wgntv.com

Website:

http://wgntv.com

User Reviews

WGN Weather app has been praised for its accurate forecasts, severe weather alerts, and customization features. However, recent updates have introduced significant issues such as slow or failed loading, broken location tracking, persistent unwanted notifications, unreliable widget performance, and instability causing frequent app resets. These problems have frustrated many long-term users who previously relied on the app for weather information and alerts, with several expressing dissatisfaction and considering uninstalling until fixes are made.

Pros

Generally accurate weather forecasts and radar information.
Provides severe weather alerts and notifications.
Customizable radar features and side menu options.
Preferred over subscription-based apps for local weather.
Contains video forecasts to watch when the broadcast is unavailable.

Cons

Recent updates caused app to frequently fail to load or get stuck on loading screen.
"Follow me" location feature often not working correctly or defaulting to wrong city.
App sending excessive, unwanted notifications without easy way to customize or disable them.
Widget unreliable, often shows stale or no data and rarely displays timely severe weather alerts.
App crashes or resets when switching screens or after inactivity, requiring restart.

Recent reviews

Accurate!

Ga*****, 2026-07-12

The weather part works good, but you can't turn off the talking. A vibration is fine. I don't need Tom interrupting me every 10 minutes. I have tried disabling the audio in the android settings, and in the app settings, but he keeps talking.